The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Most Rev. Matthew Hassan Kukah, has visited Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), at the Sokoto Correctional Centre.
Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore disclosed the visit via a post on his verified X handle, commending the cleric for his show of solidarity.
“Thank you so much, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, for taking the time to visit Mazi Nnamdi Kanu today. As the distinguished Catholic Bishop of Sokoto, your visitation symbolizes your solidarity and that of Sokoto Diocese with MNK in this time of distress,” Sowore said.
Kanu was convicted on November 20, 2025, by the Federal High Court in Abuja on seven terrorism‑related counts, including incitement and unlawful broadcasts.
Justice James Omotosho sentenced him to life imprisonment, and he was transferred to Sokoto Custodial Centre the following day in line with a directive excluding Kuje Prison.
Legal Motions and High‑Profile Visits
Kanu’s detention in Sokoto has sparked legal motions seeking his transfer back to Abuja to facilitate his appeal.
His defence team argues that the distance hinders access to court records and legal consultations, while also questioning Nigeria’s jurisdiction over broadcasts allegedly made in the UK. They described the trial as rushed and flawed.
The judgment ordered that Kanu be detained in any correctional facility except Kuje Prison, where he had previously been held. Since then, several prominent figures have visited him, including Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti and Sokoto State Governor Ahmad Aliyu in late November.
Bishop Kukah’s visit adds to the growing list of high‑profile engagements, underscoring the national and international attention surrounding Kanu’s conviction, detention, and ongoing legal battles.
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